20 years of existence of NVDA
Betsy Grenevitch
I just want to thank all who have worked on NVDA for these 20 years. I can never express how it has changed my life and for the users of NVDA and those who write the code. Thank you.
Betsy Grenevitch 678-862-3876
Mister Kayne
Hi Betsy,
Thank you so much for your post and for reminding us all of this incredible 20-year milestone for NVDA.
Your journey really resonates with me. I have also relied on NVDA for the last 14 years, and it has been the cornerstone of my independence, allowing me to navigate technology and web resources on Windows with total confidence. It is a wonderful feeling to see others acknowledging how life-changing this software is.
I would also like to join you in your shout-out to the entire team—from the core developers at NV Access to those managing the add-ons, bug fixes, and language patches. Having a free, open-source screen reader that works so well "out of the box" is something we are all lucky to have.
On a personal note, I usually make it a point to donate to the project on my birthday every year. Unfortunately, I’ve been facing some significant challenges recently with PayPal’s KYC regulations here in my country, which has made it quite difficult to get the funds through. I am still working to sort that out so I can continue to support this project that has given me so much over the last 14 years.
Happy 20th Anniversary to the NVDA team, and thank you again, Betsy, for sharing your story with the group.
Warm regards,
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Quentin Christensen
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Yong Shing
Devin Prater
impressed that there was a command to move from link to link, without
needing to move to other control types. Now, it's the only screen reader
I need in almost all cases. The only cases when I switch to JAWS is at
work, to check how JAWS works with something, and to use JAWS tandem
with clients who use JAWS.
Speaking of clients, I work at an Assistive Technology department
training other blind people how to use technology, here in Alabama.
Opinions are my own and not that of my employer, and all that. If
someone doesn't already have JAWS, intend to buy JAWS, or has no
preference, we train them to use NVDA, with Windows, Internet, Gmail,
Office, and Google Drive and Docs. I think I've also added a section on
our training modules on using the addon store, so they can grab whatever
addons they need, all for free, without needing an account, all on their
personal computers.
betsy grenevitch
I am only able to give very little now but if all of us who were able could just gave a little I am sure it would help those who were work so hard on this program.
betsy grenevitch
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Hello
I also greatly appreciate this powerful screenreading program.
I am currently exploring various browsers for a ever widening variety of websites.
I am curious
What web browsers work best with NVDA for you and why?
regarding,
1 overall navigation, preference and general use?
2, quick access to things you commonly use on particular websites;
3, website security;
particularly banking, and protected information;
and 4, specific features, attributes or characteristics unique to NVDA command navigation.
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That’s a lovely message Betsy.
I use NVDA in my work as an assistive tech consultant and it’s great.
Hoping for 20 more years and beyond.
Respectfully,
Sadam
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Subject: [NVDA] 20 years of existence of NVDA
I just want to thank all who have worked on NVDA for these 20 years. I can never express how it has changed my life and for the users of NVDA and those who write the code. Thank you.
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Mister Kayne
Hello,
Thank you for reaching out. It is always great to connect with someone else who relies on NVDA for their daily navigation.
Regarding your questions about which browsers work best with NVDA, here are my observations based on my current workflow:
1. Overall Navigation and General Use
My primary choice for daily tasks on Windows remains Google Chrome. I find that the Chromium engine offers the most consistent performance and stability when navigating complex web applications with NVDA. On mobile, I stick with Safari on iOS for a similar reason—the integration with system-level accessibility is very reliable. While I have explored Edge and Brave, Chrome continues to be my "daily driver" for general browsing.
2. Quick Access and Efficiency
For common tasks and quick access, Chrome excels due to its speed and the way NVDA handles its document object model. The rendering is predictable, which makes using single-letter navigation commands (like H for headings or F for forms) very responsive.
3. Website Security and Banking
For banking and handling protected information, I prefer Mozilla Firefox. I find it offers a higher sense of security due to two specific features that I value:
• Automatic Data Clearing: I have it configured to clear all cache and cookies automatically upon exiting. This ensures a "fresh load" every time I visit a sensitive site.
• Exit Warnings: The prompt that warns you when closing multiple tabs prevents accidental sessions from being terminated prematurely.
4. NVDA Specific Commands and Attributes
Firefox often feels slightly more "standards-compliant" when it comes to NVDA’s advanced command navigation. Because Firefox uses a different virtual buffer approach than Chromium-based browsers, certain attributes in complex tables or ARIA landmarks sometimes feel more distinct. However, for sheer speed and compatibility with the widest range of modern websites, Chrome still holds the edge for most of my technical navigation.
I hope these insights help you as you explore different options. It often comes down to which browser's shortcut keys and privacy settings align best with your specific needs.
peter chin
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Steve Nutt
Just a little correction.
I still miss that screen reader. 😊
All the best
Steve
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